Overview
Research discoveries in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, and related life sciences fields often depend on patent protection to support the substantial investment required for development and regulatory approval. Intellectual property rights help life sciences companies protect therapeutic compounds, biological technologies, treatment methods, and related innovations as they move from research to commercialization.
Companies in this sector must also navigate regulatory frameworks, research partnerships, portfolio expansion strategies, and global commercialization efforts when developing proprietary technology. Decisions about patent filings, exclusivity strategies, licensing arrangements, and coordination across jurisdictions can directly affect valuation, market position, and the long-term strength of a company’s technology. Even before products move closer to market, intellectual property strategy also extends to trademarks that support product identity, portfolio growth, and competitive positioning.
Leason Ellis guides life sciences companies in structuring intellectual property strategies that support both research and commercialization. We assist with patent prosecution, portfolio development, licensing arrangements, and enforcement matters involving complex innovations, and advise on related trademark considerations as companies build and expand their portfolios.
Professionals
Susie Cheng
Partner
Lori Cooper*
Partner
Michael Davitz
Partner
Lauren Emerson
Partner
Joel Felber*
Partner
Matthew Frisbee
Partner
Henry Gabathuler
Partner
Jordan Garner
Partner
Brian Gummow
Partner
James Haley
Partner
Robert Isackson
Partner
Karen Mangasarian
Partner
Yuval Marcus
Managing Partner
Cameron Reuber
Partner
Elizabeth Barnhard
Of Counsel
M. Diana Danca
Associate
Vera Glonina
Associate
Catherine Kim
Associate
Emily Rice
Associate
Jarryd Werts
Associate
Kristin Breen
Patent Agent
Stacey Chung
Patent Agent
Mitsu Haraguchi
Patent Agent
Marcus Jellen
Patent Agent
Kendra Johnson
Patent Agent
Jia Li
Scientific Advisor and Patent Agent
Maha Saber
Patent Agent
Taylor Vacala
Technical Advisor
Accolades
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International Who’s Who of Life Sciences
2007-2018
Lexology Index
Representative Work
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Transaction Agreements
Life Sciences and Pharmaceuticals
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Expert Testimony in Complex IP Disputes
Life Sciences and Pharmaceuticals
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Life Sciences
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Life Sciences
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Litigation
Industrials and Manufacturing
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Patent
Life Sciences and Pharmaceuticals
News + Insights
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Firm News August 05, 2026
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Conferences and Events June 17, 2026
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Conferences and Events January 21, 2026
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Press Release January 08, 2026
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Firm News August 22, 2025
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Firm News December 15, 2019